Lead Software Engineer – Algorithmic Trading Platform

Morgan-Stanley; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Java Software Engineer to design, develop and support automated trading systems in equities. You will work with global trading, quant and IT teams to advance the platform and trading engine infrastructure.

The role requires strong problem solving, core Java in UNIX/Linux, experience with Git/Jenkins and low-latency messaging, plus a proactive approach to requirements, testing and deployment.

Qualifications

• Strong core Java proficiency in UNIX/Linux environments.
• Ability to analyse requirements and translate into robust solutions.
• Experience leading or guiding teams in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with product leads to discuss improvements to technology solutions.
• Build and enhance trading strategies and engines using core Java.
• Collaborate with global trading, quant and IT teams to advance platform and business initiatives.
• Participate in full SDLC from requirements to deployment of changes.
• Work on high-volume, low-latency, scalable, message-driven systems using Java and modern hardware.

Skills

Core Java

UNIX/Linux

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Global teamwork

Tools

Git/Stash

Jenkins

JUnit

Job description

Morgan Stanley in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead Java Software Engineer to design, develop and support automated trading systems in equities. You will work with global trading, quant and IT teams to advance the platform and trading engine infrastructure.

The role requires strong problem solving, core Java in UNIX/Linux, experience with Git/Jenkins and low-latency messaging, plus a proactive approach to requirements, testing and deployment.